Request for Legal Advice Regarding Humanitarian Residence Permit / Hardship Case

Dear Sir/Madam,

I hope this message finds you well.

My name is MX, and I am a Malawian citizen currently residing in Berlin. I came to Germany in 2022 as an international student and completed a Master's degree at a German university recognised by the state of Berlin.

After graduation, I received an 18-month residence permit to search for employment. Unfortunately, due to language barriers (many roles require B2 German), I have not yet secured a job in my field. My jobseeker visa is now close to expiring, with only 1 month left.

I am also living with a chronic illness and receiving continuous, specialised medical treatment in Germany. Returning to Malawi would endanger my life due to the severe breakdown in the country’s unpredictable donor-dependent care system.

Additionally, I am an active board member of a registered nonprofit (e.V.) in Germany that promotes intercultural dialogue and international understanding—evidence of my ongoing integration and community engagement. I managed to pay for my language course up to the A2 level, but I could not continue due to limited finances, now, I am learning online on Deutsche Welle.

Given this context, I would like to explore the possibility of applying for:

• A humanitarian residence permit under §25(5) AufenthG, or
• A hardship case review by the Härtefallkommission under §23a AufenthG.

I have already drafted supporting documents, including a doctor’s letter and evidence of integration, and I am seeking legal advice on how best to proceed, especially now that I only have one month left before my current permit expires.

Thank you very much for your time and support. I look forward to your response.

Kind regards.